Reclamation Radio with Kelly Brogan MD

133: Holistic Dentist Reveals Hidden Truths About Cavities, Germ Theory & Root Canals | Dr. Nirvani Umadat

Nov 11, 2025
Dr. Nirvani Umadat, a dental surgeon turned holistic practitioner, reveals fascinating insights into oral health. She challenges the traditional views on cavities and root canals, discussing the connections between dental issues and overall body health. Dr. Umadat explains how emotions and chronic inflammation impact dental pain and advises on natural oral care practices. She offers tips like tongue posture for nervous system health, a quick face massage for jaw tension, and simple daily routines that promote dental wellness.
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INSIGHT

Teeth Reflect Whole-Body Health

  • The simple germ-theory message to just brush, floss, and avoid sugar doesn't explain many oral diseases.
  • Teeth reflect systemic, hormonal, and emotional factors that change vulnerability to decay.
ANECDOTE

Holistic Parenting And Childhood Dental Shifts

  • Kelly observed many healthy holistic children with poor dentition and linked it to emotional and relational dynamics.
  • She described how addressing parental 'shadow' work correlated with improvements in her own children's dental health.
INSIGHT

Meridian Links Between Teeth And Organs

  • Teeth link energetically to organs via meridians, so dental issues may mirror systemic organ problems.
  • Health history gives immediate clues about oral problems and possible organ connections.
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